Prepare for the test
Develop summary sheets of the course material information.
Focus on key words, events, vocabulary, concepts
Organize and categorize the material, then review
When taking the test
  • Respond directly to the question or directive
    Focus on keywords and ideas called for
    Eliminate those that do not directly address the information requested in the test item
  • Respond and write concise answers
    Connect key facts into short sentences according to the test instructions
  • If you can think of several answers
    let the instructor know. The instructor may give you a clue to the correct answer he/she's looking for
  • A guess made with common sense
    could get you more test points than if you leave an answer blank

1. To Do: Go to this link and practice the skill of summarizing. You summarize when writing short answer tests.

http://www.studygs.net/tsttak5.htm